Full Day Lost Treasures of Chiang Mai

6 h
Full Day
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre, Prapokklao Road T. Sriphum, A. Muang, Chiang Mai Thailand

We first visit the Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Center; this is the heart of all activities related to the art and cultural scene in northern Thailand. Our guide will give you an introduction about the history.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Puak Taem, 15 Samlan Rd Soi 7, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

We will continue to the Muen Sarn Community. This community has been recognized as the village where talented silversmiths from the old Lanna period for more than 2 centuries perform their unique skills of making silverware have been passed on generation to generation till today. Explore the community by foot to see lifestyles of the locals and see artisans making silverware in their house.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chiang Mai City Tour, 1-3 Ratchamanka Road Lane 2 Phasing Mueng Chiangmai, Chiang Mai 50200 Thailand

We will continue to the Muen Sarn Community. This community has been recognized as the village where talented silversmiths from the old Lanna period for more than 2 centuries perform their unique skills of making silverware have been passed on generation to generation till today. Explore the community by foot to see lifestyles of the locals and see artisans making silverware in their house.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chiang Mai City Tour, 1-3 Ratchamanka Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

After lunch, we head into the community. The local artisan group “Professional Lacquer-ware Group of Nantaram” situated inside Nantaram Temple will have tales and stories aplenty about the community and how the group came about as well as their missions. One thing you will learn is the protection of their traditional wisdom and craftsmanship that has been inherited form their Tai Khern ancestor. At this time, you are welcome to join the group and get your hands on creating your own lacquerware. Basic techniques will be used and you can bring your own creation home as a souvenir.



Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Included
  • Lunch - Lunch at a local restaurant (food only)
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • A full day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Entry/Admission - Chiang Mai City Arts and Cultural Centre
  • Entry/Admission - Wat Puak Taem
  • Entry/Admission - Chiang Mai City Tour
Not included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • The trip starts at meeting point 'Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Center' behind Three Kings Monument
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Features
Tourism
85% Cultural
70% Original
50%
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